The TechQuilt Android 15 Problems: Common Issues and Simple Fixes for Your Pixel Phone
Google’s latest major software update, Android 15, has rolled out, bringing new features and improvements. However, like many big updates, it has also introduced some unexpected problems for a number of users, particularly those with Google Pixel phones. Don’t worry, many of these issues have solutions, and Google is actively working on fixes.
Here’s a rundown of common Android 15 issues and what you can do:
Major Problems & What to Do
Pixel 6 Phones “Bricked” (Stopped Working): Some Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro users have reported their phones becoming completely unusable after the Android 15 update. While it was initially linked to the new Private Space feature, some devices stopped working without using it.
Fix: If you haven’t updated your Pixel 6 yet, it’s best to wait for Google to release a specific fix for this critical bug. If your phone is already affected, contact Google Support immediately.
Back Gesture Not Working Reliably: Many Pixel 8 Pro owners have noticed that the system’s “back” navigation gesture (swiping from the edge of the screen) isn’t always working.
Fix: The November update for Android 15 included fixes for UI stability. If you’re still facing this, try switching to button navigation in your settings, restarting your phone, and then switching back to gesture navigation.
Smaller, Annoying Issues & Their Solutions
Instagram Stories Freezing: Some users found that the Instagram app became unresponsive when swiping through stories.
Fix: This was quickly resolved. Simply update your Instagram app through the Google Play Store.
Pixel 6 Randomly Restarts: A few reports mention Pixel 6 phones randomly restarting, especially when connected to certain accessories like a charging hub with Ethernet or USB-C earbuds while the screen is locked.
Fix: Google hasn’t provided an official solution yet. You can try starting your phone in Safe Mode to see if a third-party app is causing the restarts. Some users found that uninstalling the Life360 app stopped these restarts.
Google Play Store Updates are Slow: Many Pixel users have noticed that checking for app updates in the Play Store takes an unusually long time after the Android 15 update.
Fix: A common troubleshooting step is to clear the Play Store’s storage and cache. However, this hasn’t worked for everyone, and a dedicated bug fix from Google might be needed.
Other Noted Issues (and Potential Solutions)
Users have also reported a range of other issues, including:
Bluetooth connectivity problems (especially with range or unwanted notification pings).
Camera tilt issues when zooming.
Screen brightness flickering or adaptive brightness not working.
Keyboard dismiss button issues.
Phones randomly playing music from apps like Sirius XM when charging wirelessly.
Wireless charging failures on some Pixel devices.
Fingerprint login disappearing.
Unexpected battery drain.
Phone screen going blank during calls.
Some older Samsung Galaxy tablets entering a permanent “boot loop” after updating.
While not all issues have specific user-led fixes, Google is continuously releasing patches (like the November update) to address these bugs and improve stability. If you’re concerned about encountering these problems, consider waiting for further updates before installing Android 15, especially if you own a Pixel 6 series phone.
Avik Roy Chowdhury 
